Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Intercom

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Intercom Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Logistics, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Law, Operations, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in sourcing industrial equipment and/or facilities services
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools
  • Experience with procurement platforms (e.g., ZipHQ)
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Warehouse knowledge, engineering or equipment background
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate cross-functionally
  • Bilingual French/English (spoken and written)
  • Preferred
  • Familiarity with last-mile delivery operations is an advantage
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Analyze indirect spend data across multiple categories to identify cost-saving opportunities and sourcing efficiencies
  • Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies that align with company goals
  • Conduct supplier market research and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions
  • Lead the preparation and execution of RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs
  • Analyze data and total cost of ownership in order to develop a comprehensive business case and present findings to executives for decision-making
  • Evaluate supplier proposals and assist in contract negotiations to ensure best commercial terms
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to align on procurement strategies and contract reviews
  • Develop and implement category strategies to optimize spend, enhance supplier relationships, and mitigate risks
  • Monitor supplier performance and lead continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
  • Track and report on sourcing project outcomes and procurement KPIs
  • Promote the role of Procurement within the organization and develop strong internal and external relationships (clients & vendors)

Skills

Spend Analysis
Sourcing Strategies
Supplier Market Research
RFP
RFI
RFQ
Total Cost of Ownership
Contract Negotiations
Procurement Policies
Excel
KPIs

Intercom

Customer communication platform for businesses

About Intercom

Intercom provides a customer communication platform that enables businesses to connect with their customers through personalized messaging and automation. The platform includes tools for live chat, email marketing, and customer support, allowing companies to manage interactions in one place. Intercom operates on a subscription model, offering various pricing tiers based on the features and scale needed by clients, which range from small startups to large enterprises across different industries. What sets Intercom apart from its competitors is its integration of multiple communication tools and analytics features, which help businesses assess the effectiveness of their customer engagement strategies. The main goal of Intercom is to enhance customer experience by facilitating better communication between businesses and their customers.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$234.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

We reward our people - All full-time Intercom employees are offered a rewards program that includes competitive base salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.
We love to learn - There are so many opportunities here to learn and build a career. We support employees' growth by offering a wide range of continuing education options, including core skills, management training, and guided learning.
We take employee wellbeing seriously - We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, as well as employee assistance programs and mental health resources. We also offer flexible time off, significant paid family leave, and more.
The world has changed. So has the way we work - The majority of our employees say they prefer a hybrid model of work—some in-office time, some WFH—so that's our current approach. No matter what, though, we're committed to listening to our team.

Risks

Emerging startups offer similar solutions at lower prices, threatening market share.
Major tech companies' AI advancements may outpace Intercom's offerings.
Stricter data privacy regulations could increase compliance costs for Intercom.

Differentiation

Intercom integrates live chat, email marketing, and support into a single platform.
The platform supports over 600 million monthly active end users globally.
Intercom's analytics tools help businesses measure communication strategy effectiveness.

Upsides

Demand for AI-driven support solutions enhances Intercom's offerings.
Omnichannel communication trends align with Intercom's integrated messaging solutions.
E-commerce expansion drives demand for robust customer support systems like Intercom.

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI